US Bridges

US 69 over Biloxi Branch

Fair

Angelina County, Texas · 2.2 MI SE of Lp 287 · Structure no. 110030020001056

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1966
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,952
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 69 over Biloxi Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 69 over Biloxi Branch in Angelina County, Texas. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 76 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 16,952 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,770 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 69
CrossesBiloxi Branch
Location2.2 MI SE of Lp 287
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyAngelina County
StateTexas
Coordinates31.30309, -94.66751
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.3 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,952 (2020)
Projected traffic23,770 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 69 over Biloxi Branch built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.

What condition is US 69 over Biloxi Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does US 69 over Biloxi Branch carry?

About 16,952 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 69 over Biloxi Branch?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns US 69 over Biloxi Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.